1998 Toyota Camry vs. 2009 Ford Focus
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 2,164 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Focus (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Camry. (126 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Camry weights approximately 109 kg more than 2009 Ford Focus.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1998 Toyota Camry (188 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Focus. 2009 Ford Focus has automatic transmission and 1998 Toyota Camry has manual transmission. 1998 Toyota Camry will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford Focus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Toyota Camry | 2009 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Toyota | Ford |
| Model | Camry | Focus |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2164 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2620 mm |
